Book Series · 2 Books

Julius Books

In order from Julius, the Baby of the World to Julius's Candy Corn.

The Julius series is a set of 2 picture books by Kevin Henkes, published between 1990 and 2003. Written for ages 0–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Julius, the Baby of the World
Julius's Candy Corn
Julius, the Baby of the World
Julius, the Baby of the World
Julius's Candy Corn
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Julius, the Baby of the World
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$1899
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990

Julius, the Baby of the World

A sister's disdain for her baby brother shifts when an outsider criticizes him.

32 pages· 1,127 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
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Summary: Lilly detests her new baby brother, Julius, seeing him as a nuisance. Her parents adore him, but Lilly wishes he'd disappear. When Cousin Garland criticizes Julius, Lilly's protective instincts kick in, forcing her to reconsider her feelings. Will Lilly embrace her role as a big sister, or will her rivalry continue? This humorous tale explores sibling dynamics and the unexpected bonds that form in the face of external judgment.
The complete set

Julius Series

2 books · Published 1990–2003

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$674

Julius's Candy Corn

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2003

Julius discovers the trick and treat of waiting for a party.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Julius series?

There are 2 books in the Julius series. It began with Julius, the Baby of the World in 1990, and the newest book, Julius's Candy Corn, was published in 2003.

What ages are the Julius books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Julius book is the longest?

Julius, the Baby of the World is the longest book in the series at 1,127 words (32 pages).

Which Julius book is the shortest?

Julius's Candy Corn is the shortest at 97 words (24 pages).

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